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College of Professional and Continuing Studies. In addition, ten duplex COLLEGE OF CONTINUING cottage units (Sooner Suites) provide an intimate atmosphere with each EDUCATION side featuring a kitchenette, living area, two double bedrooms, and a bath. For more information on the Oklahoma Center for Continuing Education, call 405-325-7378.

1700 Asp Avenue Business, Community, and Education Services Norman, OK 73072-6400 Phone: (405) 325-4414 AMERICAN INDIAN INSTITUTE FAX: (405) 325-7196 The American Indian Institute (Aii) provides culturally sensitive Outreach / OCCE Information conferences, training, strategic planning services, and expert technical www.outreach.ou.edu assistance to American Indian, Alaska Native, and Canadian First Nation tribes and bands. For more information, call 405-325-4127 or ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS visit aii.ou.edu. • Belinda P. Biscoe, Ph.D., Interim Vice President for University Outreach CENTER FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD PROFESSIONAL General Information DEVELOPMENT The Center for Early Childhood Professional Development (CECPD) The University of Oklahoma Outreach is a lifelong learning organization provides training and technical assistance for early care and dedicated to helping individuals, businesses, groups, and communities education professionals, enabling them to provide improved transform themselves through knowledge. Nationally recognized for its educational foundations and quality of life for all Oklahoma children. pioneering efforts in continuing education, University Outreach extends To learn more about the CECPD and its collaborative partners, call the educational resources of the University of Oklahoma on campus, 405-799-6383, [email protected], or visit cecpd.org. online, and at locations around the world. Outreach Registration and Records CENTER FOR PUBLIC MANAGEMENT The Center for Public Management (CPM) began in 1994 as a satellite- Outreach Registration and Records (R & R) provides centralized training network for the Oklahoma Department of Human Services. admission, registration, fee collection, and record-keeping services for CPM has since expanded its core services to become a comprehensive participants in credit and noncredit activities offered through University solution provider for public partners. CPM works with public agencies, Outreach. Additionally, this office serves as the reporting agent to nonprofits, and private industries to deliver cost-effective, customer- the Department of Veteran Affairs for the processing of VA benefits oriented solutions tailored to each client. CPM is capable of calling for eligible recipients. Credit enrollment services include certification upon the vast resources of the entire university’s faculty and staff to of eligible veterans’ benefits,processing of materials for university help continue to provide creative, effective solutions.To learn more, call admission, academic course schedules, student and related records 405-325-0519, [email protected] or visit oucpm.org. retention, and official and complete university transcripts. Noncredit enrollment services include onsite and offsite registration assistance CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF SMALL/RURAL SCHOOLS registration material setup and distribution registrant tracking by phone, The University of Oklahoma’s Center for the Study of Small/Rural Schools mail, and online, fee collection, onsite and offsite conference registration (CSSRS) is endorsed by the National Rural Education Association. Its services and departmental reporting. For more information regarding clients include school boards, teachers, administrators, businesses, the ordering of records or transcripts, please contact Registration and community groups, rural organizations, state and federal agencies, as Records, University of Oklahoma Outreach, 1700 Asp Avenue, Room B-1, well as international agencies and governments. The center aids small Norman, OK 73072-6400, 405-325-1022, [email protected]. and rural schools through workshops, surveys, needs assessments, and technical assistance to aid in: For more information, visit cssrs.ou.edu. Oklahoma Center for Continuing Education Both University Outreach (College of Continuing Education) and the CHINA OUTREACH College of Professional and Continuing Studies are housed in the The China Outreach Institute connects the educational resources of the Oklahoma Center for Continuing Education (OCCE) complex. Originally University of Oklahoma to organizations, businesses, and educational designed as a comprehensive adult learning community for educational partners in China, striving to continually develop educational partnerships activities, OCCE is one of several W.K. Kellogg Foundation-funded centers through those connections. The Institute offers training and development in the world. OCCE provides a unique setting for individuals who have courses to businesses, academic and government institutions from chosen this facility for their meetings, conferences, workshops, and China and serves as one of the Overseas Training Vendors for State seminars. The Thurman White Forum Building offers facilities for 1,000 Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs, People's Republic of China. The participants through a combination of 15 meeting rooms, a computer lab, Institute has been involved for many years in partnerships with a number and the large auditorium-sized Forum Room that seats 600. Equipped of Chinese companies providing training for their personnel, including with state of the art technology, the Forum can adapt to meet almost PetroChina, China National Offshore Oil Company and Dagang Oil Field. any group’s conference requirements. On-site technical support is also For more information on the Institute’s programs, call Sharon Gou at available for the computer lab. (405) 325-5101 or visit China Outreach Institute.

The OCCE complex includes the James P. Pappas Administration Building, the Pete Kyle McCarter Hall, and the Boomer Outreach Building, all of which house administrative staff for both OU Outreach and the 2 College of Continuing Education

CONFERENCEPROS 2011 by Renaissance Magazine as the second largest festival in the Conference Pros began in 1996, providing conference logistics support country of its type for the number of participants attending. It has grown services for federal and state programs. In 1997, they expanded into a program that is supported by the strong community of medieval services to include conference, meeting, and event planning services. enthusiasts in the Norman and Oklahoma City Metropolitan areas. During Conference Pros aids local, regional, national, and international agencies the academic year, a free lecture series is provided by university faculty from across the state of Oklahoma. The Medieval Fair transports patrons and organizations in developing and conducting conferences that meet the specific needs of their direct clientele. Conference Pros away from the worries and cares of today, back in time to the first market benefits from the strengths of faculty at OU’s College of Continuing fair of spring 1360 in the town of Avalon where they can learn about and Education, as well as a wide range of other resources and consultants in become a part of life in the Middle Ages. For more information, call (405) recommending appropriate expertise and presentation skills in various 325-8610, [email protected], or visit the Medieval Fair website. fields of study. The staff of Conference Pros has extensive experience and demonstrated success in designing content, providing logistical NATIONAL CENTER FOR DISABILITY EDUCATION AND support, and conducting large national and international conferences TRAINING of high impact, visibility, and national or international acclaim. For more The National Center for Disability Education and Training (NCDET) information, call 800-203-5494, Laurie Smith, or visit conferencepros.org. improves independent living, employment, and career opportunities for people with disabilities. Through its model programs, NCDET proves CONSORTIUM FOR STUDENT RETENTION DATA that youth and adults with disabilities can be successfully employed. EXCHANGE The center develops and delivers customized training programs for The Consortium for Student Retention Data Exchange is a consortium professionals in related disability fields. For more information, call of two-year and four-year institutions dedicated to achieving the 405-325-0158, [email protected] or visit ncdet.ou.edu. highest levels of student success through collaboratively sharing data, knowledge, and innovation. For more information, visit csrde.ou.edu. NATIONAL RESOURCE CENTER FOR YOUTH SERVICES The National Resource Center for Youth Services (NRCYS) works to CORPORATE ONLINE EDUCATION PROGRAMS enhance the quality of life for the nation’s youth and their families by Outreach partners with World Education to offer career-focused, online improving the effectiveness of human services. NRCYS supports state courses designed to provide the skills necessary to acquire professional and federal grants and contracts designed to support professionals caliber positions in many in-demand occupations. For more information, working with youth in out-of-home care. The center focuses on working call 405-325-5466, [email protected], or visit Career Training Programs. with older youth in foster care and runaway and homeless youth. For more information, call 918-660-3700 or visit nrcys.ou.edu. EDUCATIONAL TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE SERVICES (EDUTAS) PUBLIC SERVICE INSTITUTE Managing change is critical for schools, churches, public service, and Educational Technical Assistance Services foster educational social organizations. A leader’s response to change is often the greatest communities that embrace an ever-changing world through processes factor affecting the success or failure of his or her organization. The that create, support, and sustain lifelong learners.For more information, Public Service Institute teaches leaders how to allow their organizations visit edutas.org. to remain dynamic and supportive of clients despite a constantly EDUCATIONAL TRAINING, EVALUATION, ASSESSMENT changing environment. One of the primary initiatives of the Public Service Institute is the Infopoverty Institute. It aims to eradicate poverty and its AND MEASUREMENT negative effects through sustainable development. Through its focus Educational Testing, Evaluation, Assessment, and Measurement (E- on information access, the Institute uses connectivity to improve living TEAM) designs research tools and evaluations to help organizations conditions in impoverished communities around the world. For more understand and use data to solve real-world problems. E-TEAM works information, call 405-325-7763 or visit Public Service Institute. on projects for the public and private sectors that have a lasting effect on the community. The program helps community leaders determine READING PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT what is best for the community through evaluation, assessment, and Reading Program Development is a course designed and taught by research. For more information, call 405-325-5257, [email protected], or instructors from the Institute of Reading Development provides speed- visit eteam.ou.edu. reading for academic, professional, and recreational reading for K12 and adult students. For more information, call 800-964-8888 or visit Summer KGOU/KROU RADIO Reading Skills Programs. KGOU Radio is a full-service public radio station presented as a community service through the University of Oklahoma Outreach. SOUTH CENTRAL COMPREHENSIVE CENTER/CENTRAL KGOU provides a unique program service to the citizens of Oklahoma. COMPREHENSIVE CENTER Its mission is to help people become deeply informed about the In 2012, OU Outreach was awarded two grants to support state issues that affect their lives, be better prepared to make decisions, departments of education in seven states. The first grant, given to and be more engaged in our community. For more information, call establish the South Central Comprehensive Center (SC3) provided 405-325-3388, [email protected], or visit kgou.org. technical assistance on education initiatives in Arkansas, Louisiana, MEDIEVAL FAIR New Mexico, and Oklahoma. The second grant to establish the Central Comprehensive Center (C3) provided similar support to Colorado, Kansas, The Medieval Fair, held annually each spring since 1977, began as a and Missouri. Partnering with WestEd, the Academic Development forum for the English Department and later moved to University Outreach Institute, the National Indian Education Association, the Neuhaus reflecting its impact on our community. It was recently recognized in Education Center, and Northrop Grumman, the OU centers work to College of Continuing Education 3

increase the capacity of states to help districts and schools in meeting student achievement goals. The centers are part of a national network of regional centers that provide training and technical assistance to state education agencies in implementing and administering programs under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. For more information, call 405-325-1729 or visit the website at www.sc3ta.org. SOUTHWEST CENTER FOR HUMAN RELATIONS STUDIES Established in 1961, the Southwest Center for Human Relations Studies (SWCHRS) s a program within the Public and Community Division in OU Outreach with the primary mission of extending the resources of the University to communities in the Southwest faced with civic conflict and controversy. The core mission of the Southwest Center for Human Relations Studies is to provide opportunities for learning, facilitated training, research and knowledge dissemination on issues of intercultural and intergroup relations as they pertain to communication, conflict management, collaboration, leadership, organizational culture, decision making and inclusive practices. For more information, call 405-325-3694 or visit the SWCHRS website. SOUTHWEST PREVENTION CENTER The Southwest Prevention Center (SWPC) is committed to preventing alcohol, tobacco and drug abuse, and high-risk behavior. This multi- state program provides prevention information, training, and technical assistance and develops prevention resources. SWPC works to support healthy, drug-free environments through community, school, and organizational capacity building. For more information, call 405-325-1454, [email protected], or visit the Southwest Prevention Center website. TEAM QUEST (EXECUTIVE TRAINING) Team Quest equips teams and leaders with skills and tools to become more effective. Their unique approach addresses the needs of adult learners through training experiences that incorporate action learning exercises, self-assessments, focused discussions, and engaging classroom instruction. For more information, call 405-325-0464, email ETTQ, or visit ouropes.ou.edu. TRAVEL STUDY The Travel Study Program provides opportunities for students to study a variety of topics such as advertising, writing, music theatre, architecture, and language while being immersed in an international culture. Travel allows students to gain new perspectives about the world, to immerse themselves in a particular subject of interest, and to experience subjects in a way that cannot be attained in a traditional campus classroom environment. VIDEO AND MEDIA SERVICES Serving private and public sector clients throughout the United States, Outreach Video and Media Services provides a full service studio and HD field productions. In addition, digital editing, audio recording and mastering, transcription, closed captioning, satellite services, webinars, live streaming, and electronic media are available through this unit. For more information, visit vms.ou.edu.